UPESSC Assistant Teacher (PRT) Recruitment 2026: UPESSC Assistant Teacher (PRT) Recruitment 2026:The Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Aayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for Assistant Teacher (Sahayak Adhyapak) recruitment, covering both Urban primary schools under the Basic Education Department and Associated Primary aided schools under the Secondary Education Department. This is one of the largest UP teaching recruitments of 2026, with a combined 12,405 vacancies.
RECRUITMENT AT A GLANCE
Quick Job Summary
- Qualification
- Graduate degree from a recognised university plus a recognised teaching qualification — B.T.C./D.El.Ed., B.Ed., or equivalent as per NCTE
- Last Date
- 2026-10-15
Verify all details against the official notification before applying.
Table of Contents
UPESSC Assistant Teacher (PRT) Recruitment 2026:: Overview
- Recruiting Body: Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Aayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj
- Advertisement No.: 05/2026
- Posts: Assistant Teacher, Primary, Urban (Basic Education Dept.) & Assistant Teacher, Associated Primary (aided schools, Secondary Education Dept.)
- Total Vacancies: 12,405 (11,508 + 897)
- Application Mode: Online only, via upessc.up.gov.in
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 15-09-2026 |
| Online Registration (OTR) / Application Start | 16-09-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 15-10-2026 |
| Last Date for Correction in Application | 19-10-2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 03 & 04 December 2026 |
Vacancy Details
- Assistant Teacher, Primary, Urban (Basic Education Dept.): 11,508 posts
- Assistant Teacher, Associated Primary, aided schools (Secondary Education Dept.): 897 posts (473 boys’ schools + 424 girls’ schools)
- The number of vacancies is subject to increase or decrease as per official notice.
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)
- Assistant Teacher, Urban: Minimum 21 years, maximum 40 years.
- Assistant Teacher, Associated Primary: Minimum 21 years; retirement/service age is 62 years.
- UP-domiciled SC/ST/OBC candidates get a 5-year age relaxation; persons with disabilities get 15 years; ex-servicemen get 3 years beyond their service period; Shiksha Mitras get relaxation up to 60 years — as per official rules.
Eligibility & Educational Qualification
- Assistant Teacher, Urban: Graduate degree from a recognised university plus a recognised teaching qualification — B.T.C./D.El.Ed., B.Ed., or equivalent as per NCTE norms — and a passed TET (Teacher Eligibility Test).
- Assistant Teacher, Associated Primary: Graduate degree plus B.T.C./D.L.Ed. from an NCTE-recognised institution, and a passed TET conducted for classes 1–5 by UP or the Central Government.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS & others | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹500 |
| Persons with Disabilities | ₹300 |
Pay Scale
- Both posts carry Pay Level-6: ₹35,400 (minimum) to ₹1,12,400 (maximum).
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- Selection is based purely on a single written examination of 360 marks (120 objective-type questions), with a merit list prepared from the scores.
- Exam duration: 2 hours. Each correct answer carries 3 marks; 1 mark is deducted for a wrong or multiple answer.
- The question paper will be bilingual (English and Hindi).
- In case of a tie, preference goes first to the candidate with a higher graduation percentage, then training qualification percentage, then higher age.
How to Apply for UPESSC Assistant Teacher 2026
- Visit the official website: upessc.up.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) — this is mandatory before applying.
- Fill in the online application form carefully; category, sub-category, date of birth and gender cannot be changed after final submission.
- Upload your signature (10–200 KB, JPG/JPEG) and photograph (30–300 KB) as per the specified size and resolution.
- Pay the applicable fee via credit/debit card or net banking before 15 October 2026.
- Use the correction window (14–19 October 2026) only for genuine errors — fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Website | Click Here |
| More Sarkari Result Updates | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for UPESSC Assistant Teacher (PRT) 2026?
The online fee payment deadline is 15 October 2026, and the online correction window closes 19 October 2026. Applications opened 16 September 2026.
How many vacancies are there in UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026?
There are 11,508 Assistant Teacher (Urban) posts under the Basic Education Department and 897 Assistant Teacher (Associated Primary, aided schools) posts under the Secondary Education Department — 12,405 posts in total.
What is the age limit for UPESSC Assistant Teacher 2026?
For the Urban post, candidates must be 21 to 40 years old as of 1 July 2026. For the Associated Primary post, the minimum age is 21, with an upper service age of 62. Reserved categories get standard age relaxation.
What is the exam pattern for UPESSC PRT 2026?
Selection is through a single written exam of 360 marks (120 objective questions, 2 hours). Each correct answer gets 3 marks, with a 1-mark negative deduction for wrong or multiple answers.
What is the application fee for UPESSC Assistant Teacher 2026?
General/OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹1,000, SC/ST candidates pay ₹500, and candidates with disabilities pay ₹300.
What is the exam date for UPESSC PRT 2026?
The written examination is scheduled for 3 and 4 December 2026.
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